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Eagles-Texans Highlights: Mark Sanchez leads Philadelphia to victory

Picture highlights from the Eagles' 31-21 win over the Houston Texans.

By Brandon Lee Gowton
  • Texans superfan Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans fan before the game against the Philadelphia Eagles at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
  • Eagles tatman Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles fan "Tatman" before the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
  • Eyes on the prize Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin (18) catches a touchdown pass during the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
  • Maclin burn Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin (18) catches a touchdown pass against Houston Texans defensive back Andre Hal (29) during the first half at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
  • Maclin burn again Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin (18) catches a touchdown pass against Houston Texans defensive back Andre Hal (29) during the first half at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
  • Mac celebration Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin (18) celebrates with running back Darren Sproles (43) and quarterback Nick Foles (9) after scoring a touchdown during the first quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
  • Foles down... Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Nick Foles (9) lays injured on the ground during the first half against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
  • Sanchez up Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Mark Sanchez (3) runs with the ball past Houston Texans defensive end J.J. Watt (99) during the first half at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
  • Great throw and catch Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jordan Matthews (81) catches a touchdown pass past Houston Texans defensive back Andre Hal (29) during the first half at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
  • JMatt celebration Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jordan Matthews (81) catches a touchdown pass during the first half against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
  • Foster frustrated Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans running back Arian Foster (23) throws his helmet after a play during the third quarter against the Philadelphia Eagles at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
  • Polk first down Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Chris Polk (32) reacts during the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
  • Polk touchdown Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles running back Chris Polk (middle) celebrates with teammates after scoring a touchdown during the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
  • Respect for DeMeco Ryans Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles inside linebacker DeMeco Ryans (59) is surrounded by teammates after being injured during the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports
  • More support for DeMeco Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles inside linebacker DeMeco Ryans (59) is escorted off the field in a cart during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. The Eagles defeated the Texans 31-21. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
  • Brandon Graham sack Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) scrambles out of the pocket during the fourth quarter as Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Brandon Graham (55) applies pressure at NRG Stadium. The Eagles defeated the Texans 31-21. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
  • Barwin pressure Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles outside linebacker Connor Barwin (98) applies pressure to Houston Texans quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick (14) during the third quarter at NRG Stadium. The Eagles defeated the Texans 31-21. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
  • Maclin's game-sealing touchdown Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin (18) is congratulated after scoring a touchdown during the fourth quarter against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. The Eagles defeated the Texans 31-21. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports
  • Post-game JMac celebration Nov 2, 2014; Houston, TX, USA; Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Jeremy Maclin (18) reacts after the game against the Houston Texans at NRG Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports

The Philadelphia Eagles took care of business on their road trip to Houston on Sunday by defeating the Texans, 31-21.

It was far from a pretty win. The Eagles turned the ball over four times. The quarterback of the offense, Nick Foles, and quarterback of the defense, DeMeco Ryans, both went down with significant injuries. Foles is out for several weeks while Ryans' season is now over. Veteran right guard Todd Herremans also left the game early with an ankle injury. Despite these losses, the Eagles rallied for the road victory.

Mark Sanchez was far from perfect in relief of Foles but he played pretty well considering the circumstances. Sanchez did enough to help lead the Eagles to victory, including a red-zone touchdown pass to Jeremy Maclin to give Philadelphia a 10-point lead to effectively clinch the win.

Displayed above this post is a photo gallery of some of the best pictures from the game via USA Today Sports Images. Enjoy.

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